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SIYI ZT30 Four-Sensor Optical Pod

  • Quick-Release Mounting — Tool-free one-action attachment and detachment for fast payload swaps in the field
  • Anti-Vibration Design — Built-in dampening isolates your payload from rotor and motor vibrations for steadier imaging
  • Compatible with SIYI ZR30 & ZT30 Payloads — Designed specifically for SIYI optical pod systems with upside-down mount support
  • Rigid Plastic Construction — Durable locking claw mechanism built to securely hold operational payloads during flight
  • Trusted dealerDirect manufacturer partnership
  • Pan-India deliveryInsured shipping, all states
  • Post-sale supportTraining + service included
Overview

What makes it work

SIYI ZT30 Optical Pod – Four-Sensor Zoom, Thermal & Laser | xBoom
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30× / 180×
Optical / Hybrid Zoom
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640×512
Thermal Resolution, 30fps
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5–1200m
Laser Rangefinder
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4K 30fps
Max Video Recording
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88°
Wide-Angle Camera FOV
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870g
Weight, with Mount
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±0.01°
Gimbal Angular Vibration
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Ethernet
Video Output

Full Specifications

General & Gimbal
Specification Details
Dimensions 182 × 140 × 134.5mm (including quick-release anti-vibration claw)
Weight 870g (including quick-release anti-vibration claw)
Working Voltage 11–25.2V
Power Consumption Average 9W; peak 20W
Waterproof Level IP4X
Working Temperature -10°C to 50°C
Stabilisation 3-axis (yaw, pitch, roll)
Gimbal Angular Vibration Range ±0.01°
Controllable Pitch Angle -90° to +25°
Controllable Yaw Angle Limitless (360° continuous)
Roll Angle -45° to +45°
Mounting Modes Nose mount, upside-down mount
Flight Controller Compatibility ArduPilot & PX4 (MAVLink)
Zoom Camera
Specification Details
Zoom Range 30× optical, up to 180× hybrid zoom
Image Sensor 1/2.7-inch, 8MP effective resolution
Focal Length 4.8mm to 149mm (±5%)
Aperture F1.3 to F4.8 (±5%)
Field of View Horizontal 62° (wide end)
Video Recording 4K (4096×2160) @30fps; 2K @30fps; 1080p @30fps; 720p @30fps
Thermal Camera
Specification Details
Resolution 640 × 512, radiometric (thermometric)
Focal Length 19mm
Frame Rate 30fps
Wide-Angle Camera
Specification Details
Image Sensor 1/2.8-inch, 4MP effective resolution equivalent
Focal Length 21mm
Field of View Horizontal 88°
Video Recording 2K (2560×1440) @30fps
Laser Rangefinder
Specification Details
Range 5–1200m
Wavelength 900–908nm
Resolution 0.1m
Ranging Accuracy ±1m (3–100m); ±1m + 0.25% of distance (100–600m)
Pulse Frequency 3Hz
Max Laser Power 5mW
Storage, Interfaces & Formats
Specification Details
Storage Support microSD, Class 10, up to 128GB
File System FAT32
Photo / Video Formats JPG photos; MP4 video
Video Output Port Ethernet
Control Signal Input S.Bus, UART, UDP (Ethernet)
What's Included
Specification Details
In the Box SIYI ZT30 four-sensor optical pod, quick-release anti-vibration claw, 3-in-1 control cable, gimbal power cable, gimbal Ethernet cable, gimbal-to-SIYI-Link cable, Ethernet-to-RJ45 cable, screw pack (6× M3×8 hex socket flat head cap screws)

Four Sensors, One Compact Gimbal

Zoom, Wide, Thermal, and Rangefinding in a Single Payload

The SIYI ZT30 packs four distinct sensors into one 3-axis stabilised gimbal: a 30× optical (up to 180× hybrid) zoom camera, a wide-angle camera for situational context, a 640×512 radiometric thermal camera, and a laser rangefinder reaching out to 1200m. Instead of choosing a single-purpose payload, operators get zoom detail, thermal detection, wide-field awareness, and precise distance measurement from the same aircraft, on the same flight.

At 870g including its quick-release anti-vibration claw mount, the ZT30 is built to swap between aircraft in the field without tools, while the mount itself isolates the sensors from rotor vibration for steadier footage. It connects over Ethernet for video output and supports S.Bus, UART, or UDP for control signal input, with native compatibility for both ArduPilot and PX4 flight stacks via MAVLink.

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30× Optical, 180× Hybrid Zoom

Identify distant details with genuine optical zoom before hybrid digital zoom takes over for extreme reach, all from a 1/2.7-inch 8MP sensor.

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640×512 Radiometric Thermal

A true thermometric thermal camera reports actual temperature data, not just a heat-colored image, at 30fps.

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1200m Laser Rangefinder

Measure precise distance to a target from 5 to 1200 meters, with accuracy down to ±1m at closer ranges.

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Quick-Release, Tool-Free Mount

The included anti-vibration claw mount attaches and detaches in one action, letting operators swap the pod between aircraft in the field.

Built for Inspection, Surveying & Search Operations

Split-image, synchronized zoom lets operators view zoom and thermal feeds side by side while both track the same target simultaneously — useful for confirming a thermal anomaly's exact visual location, or vice versa. Limitless yaw rotation and both nose-mount and upside-down mounting modes give integrators flexibility across different aircraft designs and mission profiles.

Zoom & Thermal, Working Together

Split-image, synchronized zoom keeps both feeds locked onto the same target at once.

Zoom Camera

30× Optical
180× Hybrid Zoom

A 1/2.7-inch 8MP sensor behind a 4.8–149mm lens delivers genuine optical reach before hybrid digital zoom extends it further, for identifying fine detail at distance.

8MP
Effective Resolution
F1.3–F4.8
Aperture Range
4K 30fps
Max Video
62°
FOV (Wide End)
Thermal + Rangefinder

640×512 Thermal
+ 1200m Laser

Radiometric thermal imaging reports real temperature data at 30fps, while the onboard laser rangefinder measures target distance out to 1200m for precise geolocation.

640×512
Thermal Resolution
19mm
Thermal Focal Length
5–1200m
Rangefinder Distance
±1m
Ranging Accuracy

Every Tool for Professional Payload Work

The SIYI ZT30 Optical Pod packs four sensors, precise stabilisation, and field-swappable mounting into one integrated pod.

Zoom 🔭

30× Optical, 180× Hybrid Zoom

Identify distant detail with real optical zoom, extended further by hybrid digital zoom when you need to reach beyond it.

Thermal 🌡️

640×512 Radiometric Thermal

Genuine thermometric imaging reports actual temperature values, not just a heat-colored overlay, at 30fps.

Rangefinding 📏

1200m Laser Rangefinder

Measure precise target distance from 5 to 1200 meters, supporting accurate geolocation and target tracking.

Wide View 📐

88° Wide-Angle Camera

Maintain situational context around the zoomed-in target with a dedicated 2K wide-angle feed.

Stabilisation 🛡️

3-Axis Gimbal, ±0.01° Vibration

Yaw, pitch, and roll stabilisation with limitless yaw rotation keeps footage steady across demanding flight conditions.

Mounting 🔧

Quick-Release, Tool-Free Claw

Swap the pod between aircraft in the field in one action, with vibration-dampening built into the mount itself.

Integration 🛩️

ArduPilot & PX4 Compatible

Native MAVLink support integrates directly with the two most widely used open flight stacks.

Video 🎥

4K Recording, Ethernet Output

Records up to 4K video onboard while streaming live video over a dedicated Ethernet interface.

Storage 💾

microSD, Up to 128GB

Onboard storage on a Class 10 microSD card keeps recorded footage and stills with the pod, independent of the ground link.

Built for Professional Inspection & Surveillance

The SIYI ZT30 Optical Pod suits integrators and operators who need multiple sensor types from a single payload.

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Industrial & Powerline Inspection

Split-image zoom and thermal let inspectors spot both visual defects and heat anomalies on the same equipment in one pass.

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Search & Rescue

Thermal detection locates missing persons in low light or dense cover, while the rangefinder helps confirm precise location.

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Surveying & Mapping

The laser rangefinder and wide-angle camera support accurate distance measurement and site documentation.

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Security & Surveillance

Long-range zoom and thermal detection support perimeter monitoring and night-time patrol operations.

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Agriculture & Wildlife Monitoring

Thermal imaging reveals livestock or wildlife hidden by vegetation or darkness across large survey areas.

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UAV, UGV & USV Integration

The quick-release mount and standard interfaces make the ZT30 straightforward to integrate across aerial, ground, and marine platforms.

See the SIYI ZT30 in Action

Watch real-world zoom tests, thermal/optical split-screen inspection footage, and unboxing walkthroughs.

Electric Inspection, Split-Screen Detection

Infrared and zoom feeds working together to spot equipment defects

AI Tracking Module Testing

The ZT30 paired with SIYI's AI tracking module for automated subject following

Unboxing & What's Included

A full unboxing walkthrough of the pod, mount, and cable kit

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly are the four sensors on the SIYI ZT30 Optical Pod?
The ZT30 combines a 30× optical (180× hybrid) zoom camera, an 88° field-of-view wide-angle camera, a 640×512 radiometric thermal camera, and a laser rangefinder rated from 5 to 1200 metres — all stabilised on the same 3-axis gimbal.
What is the quick-release anti-vibration claw, and is it included?
Yes, it's included in the box. The claw is the mounting bracket that attaches the ZT30 to an aircraft or ground platform, with built-in vibration dampening to isolate the sensors from rotor or motor vibration. It supports tool-free, one-action attachment and detachment, including upside-down mounting.
What's the difference between optical zoom and hybrid zoom?
The 30× figure is genuine optical zoom, achieved purely through the lens moving — image quality is preserved at full resolution. The 180× hybrid zoom figure extends reach further using digital zoom combined with the optical range, which trades some image quality for additional reach at the extreme end.
Which flight controllers and platforms is the ZT30 compatible with?
The ZT30 natively supports ArduPilot and PX4 flight stacks via MAVLink, and connects via Ethernet for video output with S.Bus, UART, or UDP for control signal input — making it straightforward to integrate on UAV, UGV, and USV platforms, not just multirotor drones.
Is the thermal camera radiometric, and what does that mean?
Yes — "radiometric" (thermometric) means the thermal camera reports actual temperature values for what it sees, not just a false-color heat image. This lets operators read out specific temperatures from the footage, useful for inspection tasks like spotting overheating equipment or electrical faults.
Specifications

The full sheet

Weight 231 g
Dimensions 30 × 17 × 6 in
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